How much does it cost to rewire a lamp?

Vintage standard lamp with fraying old flex. Would an electrician even bother with a job this small?

Asked by Sharon on 11th Aug 2026
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"Yes but they would want a call out charge. If charge £50"
Answered on 11th Aug 2026 - Member since Jul 2026 - report
"Hi Sharon if local would be happy to do this for £40"
Answered on 11th Aug 2026 - Member since Aug 2024 - report
"A handyman would also be able to do this. You'd be looking at a minimum call out charge of £30 excluding materials anywhere really"
Answered on 11th Aug 2026 - Member since Jan 2026 - report
"Hi.not at all !It can be fiddly to reroute new flex and a the bulb holder might need changing."
Answered on 11th Aug 2026 - Member since Feb 2025 - report
"Yes , this can be repaired , would bepend upon what flex is used etc . But it is repaireable"
Answered on 11th Aug 2026 - Member since Jul 2026 - report
"Hi there ,
It is no problem to rewire Vintage standard lamp it will take a time.
The cost to rewire vintage lamp will cost you £120"
Answered on 13th Aug 2026 - Member since Feb 2024 - report
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